2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1971 Rover P5B
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P5B would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1971 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 410 kg more than 1971 Rover P5B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover P5B. (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 1971 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | E | P5B |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2820 mm |
